Meet Maria

A trilingual mental health counsellor and psychotherapist

About Me

I'm a registered Level 3 Mental Health Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and a Clinical Registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).

I work with adults and adolescents aged 15 and over, and have extensive experience supporting individuals with ADHD and Autism. I'm particularly passionate about helping newly diagnosed or self-identifying neurodivergent clients explore and integrate their identities through a compassionate and affirming lens.

With a multicultural upbringing and lived experience of my own, I value working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds. I strive to create a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally-sensitive space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported. I can also incorporate Mandarin Chinese and Thai into our sessions should that feel helpful for you.

My counselling style is grounded in self-development and personal growth. Whether or not a formal diagnosis is part of your journey, I focus on your unique experiences and strengths—supporting meaningful change through connection, self-awareness, and practical strategies that align with your goals.

Outside of counselling, I enjoy Muay Thai, Pilates, and spending quality time with family and friends. I’m also often found curled up with my cat, Juice, and a medical drama playing in the background.

Maria’s Qualifications and Registrations

Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
Massey University, New Zealand

Master of Counselling

Monash University, Australia

Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)

PACFA Registered Clinical Counsellor 31303


Australian Counselling Association (ACA)

ACA (Level 3) 16790

Australasian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA)

Full member of AADPA

Meet Juice

The fluffy therapy assistant

Juice is a very friendly and curious Ragdoll kitten that will make an occasional appearance in the therapy sessions. He is often available for an appearance on request and might offer a Dopamine and Oxytocin boost for your session.